Basic Info :
Vasota is a fort located near Bamnoli in Satara. The height from sea level is 3,842 feet. Vasota trek offers a thrilling experience as you would be walking through a dense jungle and you would get some amazing views of the surroundings.
As its a jungle trek, ensure that you remain in your group all the time. The jungle is filled with wild animals like wild dogs, sloth bears, leopards and even tigers.
This is every trekkers dream trek as the beauty of the fort and the surroundings will take your breath away.
Routes :
Vasota is to the south of Pune near Satara. Head on NH 4 from Pune to reach Satara which is at a distance of 110 kms from Pune Station. The State Bus Transport has many buses plying on this route, so the bus frequency to Satara from Pune is high. Once you reach Satara bus station, you need to reach the village Bamnoli which is the base village and at a distance of approx 40 kms from Satara.
From Bamnoli there are boats which will take you to the base of the fort. 1 to 1.5 hrs boat ride from Bamnoli, in the SHIVSAGAR LAKE water will take you the fort base to start your trek. The boat ride will cost you Rs. 2000 [1-12 persons]. Get a larger group for trekking as Rs.2000 is the default rate for 1 to 12 persons. So if you are a group of 4 it would cost you Rs.500 per person which is too much. Along the way you would get some breath taking views of the mountains surrounding the lake.
Difficulty Level and Other useful tips :
Difficulty level is Hard. It will take approximately 3 hours to reach to the top of the fort and requires a lot of walking. Ensure that you stay in your group all the time as the jungle is filled with wild animals. Take proper care in rainy season as the area gets filled with leeches.
Carry plently of water with you as the trek is very tiring.
Try to reach Bamnoli by 8am. Then you would get enough time for the trek. Also ensure that you leave early from the fort [say by 3:30pm or 4:00pm] as its not safe to get down when it gets dark.
What to see on the fort:
NAGESHWAR TEMPLE
BABU KADA
Camping information:
The forest department wont give you permission for camping as animals are very active during the night and it is a Wild Life Reserve.
Vasota is a fort located near Bamnoli in Satara. The height from sea level is 3,842 feet. Vasota trek offers a thrilling experience as you would be walking through a dense jungle and you would get some amazing views of the surroundings.
As its a jungle trek, ensure that you remain in your group all the time. The jungle is filled with wild animals like wild dogs, sloth bears, leopards and even tigers.
This is every trekkers dream trek as the beauty of the fort and the surroundings will take your breath away.
Routes :
Vasota is to the south of Pune near Satara. Head on NH 4 from Pune to reach Satara which is at a distance of 110 kms from Pune Station. The State Bus Transport has many buses plying on this route, so the bus frequency to Satara from Pune is high. Once you reach Satara bus station, you need to reach the village Bamnoli which is the base village and at a distance of approx 40 kms from Satara.
From Bamnoli there are boats which will take you to the base of the fort. 1 to 1.5 hrs boat ride from Bamnoli, in the SHIVSAGAR LAKE water will take you the fort base to start your trek. The boat ride will cost you Rs. 2000 [1-12 persons]. Get a larger group for trekking as Rs.2000 is the default rate for 1 to 12 persons. So if you are a group of 4 it would cost you Rs.500 per person which is too much. Along the way you would get some breath taking views of the mountains surrounding the lake.
Difficulty Level and Other useful tips :
Difficulty level is Hard. It will take approximately 3 hours to reach to the top of the fort and requires a lot of walking. Ensure that you stay in your group all the time as the jungle is filled with wild animals. Take proper care in rainy season as the area gets filled with leeches.
Carry plently of water with you as the trek is very tiring.
Try to reach Bamnoli by 8am. Then you would get enough time for the trek. Also ensure that you leave early from the fort [say by 3:30pm or 4:00pm] as its not safe to get down when it gets dark.
What to see on the fort:
NAGESHWAR TEMPLE
BABU KADA
Camping information:
The forest department wont give you permission for camping as animals are very active during the night and it is a Wild Life Reserve.
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What to see on the fort:
- NAGESHWAR TEMPLE
- BABU KADA
Camping information:
The forest department wont give you permission for camping as animals
are very active during the night and it is a Wild Life Reserve.
- See more at: http://www.punetrekkers.com/vasota-fort#sthash.vV5MX1AT.dpufVasota Information
Basic Info: Vasota is a fort located near Bamnoli in
Satara. The height from sea level is 3,842 feet. Vasota trek offers a
thrilling experience as you would be walking through a dense jungle and
you would get some amazing views of the surroundings.
As its a jungle trek, ensure that you remain in your group all the time. The jungle is filled with wild animals like wild dogs, sloth bears, leopards and even tigers.
This is every trekkers dream trek as the beauty of the fort and the surroundings will take your breath away.
As its a jungle trek, ensure that you remain in your group all the time. The jungle is filled with wild animals like wild dogs, sloth bears, leopards and even tigers.
This is every trekkers dream trek as the beauty of the fort and the surroundings will take your breath away.
Routes: Vasota is to the south of Pune near Satara.
Head on NH 4 from Pune to reach Satara which is at a distance of 110 kms
from Pune Station. The State Bus Transport has many buses plying on
this route, so the bus frequency to Satara from Pune is high. Once you
reach Satara bus station, you need to reach the village Bamnoli which is
the base village and at a distance of approx 40 kms from Satara.
From Bamnoli there are boats which will take you to the base of the fort. 1 to 1.5 hrs boat ride from Bamnoli, in the SHIVSAGAR LAKE water will take you the fort base to start your trek. The boat ride will cost you Rs. 2000 [1-12 persons]. Get a larger group for trekking as Rs.2000 is the default rate for 1 to 12 persons. So if you are a group of 4 it would cost you Rs.500 per person which is too much. Along the way you would get some breath taking views of the mountains surrounding the lake.
- See more at: http://www.punetrekkers.com/vasota-fort#sthash.vV5MX1AT.dpufFrom Bamnoli there are boats which will take you to the base of the fort. 1 to 1.5 hrs boat ride from Bamnoli, in the SHIVSAGAR LAKE water will take you the fort base to start your trek. The boat ride will cost you Rs. 2000 [1-12 persons]. Get a larger group for trekking as Rs.2000 is the default rate for 1 to 12 persons. So if you are a group of 4 it would cost you Rs.500 per person which is too much. Along the way you would get some breath taking views of the mountains surrounding the lake.
Vasota Information
Basic Info: Vasota is a fort located near Bamnoli in
Satara. The height from sea level is 3,842 feet. Vasota trek offers a
thrilling experience as you would be walking through a dense jungle and
you would get some amazing views of the surroundings.
As its a jungle trek, ensure that you remain in your group all the time. The jungle is filled with wild animals like wild dogs, sloth bears, leopards and even tigers.
This is every trekkers dream trek as the beauty of the fort and the surroundings will take your breath away.
As its a jungle trek, ensure that you remain in your group all the time. The jungle is filled with wild animals like wild dogs, sloth bears, leopards and even tigers.
This is every trekkers dream trek as the beauty of the fort and the surroundings will take your breath away.
Routes: Vasota is to the south of Pune near Satara.
Head on NH 4 from Pune to reach Satara which is at a distance of 110 kms
from Pune Station. The State Bus Transport has many buses plying on
this route, so the bus frequency to Satara from Pune is high. Once you
reach Satara bus station, you need to reach the village Bamnoli which is
the base village and at a distance of approx 40 kms from Satara.
From Bamnoli there are boats which will take you to the base of the fort. 1 to 1.5 hrs boat ride from Bamnoli, in the SHIVSAGAR LAKE water will take you the fort base to start your trek. The boat ride will cost you Rs. 2000 [1-12 persons]. Get a larger group for trekking as Rs.2000 is the default rate for 1 to 12 persons. So if you are a group of 4 it would cost you Rs.500 per person which is too much. Along the way you would get some breath taking views of the mountains surrounding the lake.
- See more at: http://www.punetrekkers.com/vasota-fort#sthash.vV5MX1AT.dpufFrom Bamnoli there are boats which will take you to the base of the fort. 1 to 1.5 hrs boat ride from Bamnoli, in the SHIVSAGAR LAKE water will take you the fort base to start your trek. The boat ride will cost you Rs. 2000 [1-12 persons]. Get a larger group for trekking as Rs.2000 is the default rate for 1 to 12 persons. So if you are a group of 4 it would cost you Rs.500 per person which is too much. Along the way you would get some breath taking views of the mountains surrounding the lake.
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